Advent finale: O Come, O Come Emmanuel.

by | Dec 13, 2010 | History, Holidays, Spirituality

The season of Anticipation is just about to hit a high note. This Sunday, we will light the final candle in the Advent wreath. But first… One of the very first solos that I ever performed was at a Christmas pageant. And I was thrilled when I learned which hymn I...

Advent: Light the 3rd Candle this Sunday.

by | Dec 8, 2010 | Holidays, Spirituality

This Sunday has a name. It’s called Gaudete Sunday. Wow. $3 prize for whoever got that word right. For those of you new to this blog, welcome. We’ve been taking a look at Advent (the season of anticiption) this month, with a few sidebars along the way. If...

Dec. 7th. Know what happened on this day?

by | Dec 6, 2010 | History

Clue: the year was 1941… I was remembering the other day that back when I was in high school, I used to jog around my neighborhood in order to keep in shape. My route usually took me past this one particular house with an RV (recreational vehicle) in the...

Advent: Know what it is?

by | Nov 26, 2010 | History, Holidays, Spirituality

The Advent season has begun.  If you’re not too familiar with this tradition, don’t worry. You’re not alone. But if you do, know that we’ll be focusing together on Advent in the coming days. So, just what is Advent anyway? You might have seen...